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This 1997 Dodge Viper was converted for track use shortly after being purchased new and reportedly won 13 national SCCA events in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Power comes from an 8.0-liter V10 mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and 3.55:1 rear differential, while modifications include Moton dampers, StopTech brakes, and Belanger headers exiting through custom side exhausts as well as Autoform doors and a fiberglass hood. Safety equipment consists of Sparco EVO seats with G-Force harnesses, a fire extinguisher, and a roll cage. Service in the past two years reportedly included replacement brake rotors and pads, fresh tires, and an oil change. This Viper is now offered in Colorado with a spare set of slick tires and a clean Montana title in the name of the seller’s LLC.

The body is finished in red with twin white stripes and exterior modifications include Autoform lightweight doors, a carbon fiber rear spoiler, and a Harwood lift-off fiberglass hood. The seller notes the latter is showing wear at the stress points and has provided photos of other blemishes in the gallery below.

The car rides on 3-piece 18″ aluminum Forgeline wheels shod in 335/30 Hoosier tires at each corner. Suspension upgrades include adjustable Moton dampers with remote reservoirs, and braking is from 14″ StopTech slotted rotors all around.

The interior is fitted with a pair of Sparco EVO seats with G-Force Pro Series harnesses. Other alterations include a roll cage, detachable 3-spoke MOMO steering wheel, and VDO gauges for oil and transmission temperature mounted in place of the glovebox.

The air conditioning system has been removed, and aftermarket switches reside in place of the stereo. The odometer displays just under 10,800 miles, about 50 of which have been added by the seller during his five months with the car.

The 8.0-liter V10 sends power through a 6-speed manual gearbox with a racing clutch and on to a 3.55:1 rear differential with aftermarket cooling. Belanger headers feed a custom side-exit exhaust system.

The photo above displays “Event Winner” decals for 13 SCCA club racing events in the late 1990s and early 2000s.